The Garden of John McWilliams and Tom Gorz

On a sunny Saturday at the beginning of July, I had the pleasure of visiting the garden of John McWilliams and Tom Gorz.

"We have worked on our small garden for more than 15 years.  The focus has been on the overall composition of pathways, borders, and dwelling spaces, as well as the details of individual plant structure, foliage, and bloom."

Lovely swaying grass welcomes visitors and beckons them to traverse the path.

The use of a variety of paving materials and curved lines seemed to expand the garden.

The front garden rises up on a large slope from the street below yet because of clever design reveals itself little by little with delights at every turn.

Sweet Alyssum erupting from interstices between rocks flanking the staircase shared the gift of their incense-like fragrance.

"Weeping forms of trees and dwarf shrubs are employed throughout. Existing paving and fencing has been removed and replaced with shrubs and perennials."

Winding past the front of the house and heading to the back garden.  

Isn't this a fun planter?

"This year, we have been regrading the rockery and sunken garden to create more space for plants.  In July, the front garden consists mostly of white flowers, ornamental grasses and evergreen shrubs, while the back garden displays vibrant orange and red blossoms."

What could be a better way to spend a summer day than enjoying a gorgeous garden and chatting with it's gardeners?

Thanks John and Tom for opening your garden for us all to enjoy!